Low Fat Oven-Baked Rice
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this *Low Fat Oven-Baked Rice*, a wholesome side dish that’s as nutritious as it is satisfying. Featuring long-grain white rice baked to perfection in reduced-sodium chicken broth, this recipe is packed with flavor thanks to the aromatic blend of sautéed onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and a touch of dried thyme. With just a splash of olive oil and minimal added salt, this low-fat, oven-baked dish is ideal for those seeking a healthy yet hearty option. Ready in under an hour with only 10 minutes of prep time, it’s a foolproof way to add a fragrant, wholesome side to your meal. Perfect for pairing with poultry, fish, or roasted vegetables, this dish offers simple, delicious comfort that’s easy on your waistline.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup carrot, finely diced
- 0.5 cup celery stalk, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the onion, carrot, and celery to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Transfer the sautéed vegetables to a medium-sized ovenproof dish.
Add the rice, chicken broth, black pepper, dried thyme, and salt to the dish. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil or a fitting lid to trap the steam.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, remove the cover and gently stir the rice.
Re-cover and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove from the oven and let it sit, covered, for about 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Serve warm as a side dish with your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
524 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.1 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1646 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.0 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 153 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 932 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
